Return to owners or adopt to new homes, as many impounded animals as possible.

Humanely euthanize injured and sick animals.

Encourage spay/neuter and provide reduced-cost surgery for Palm Beach County pet owners through three spay/neuter programs.

Conduct other effective programs, which protect the health, safety, and welfare of animals and the residents of Palm Beach County.

Come Meet Our Pets...

How to Adopt:

Pet adoptions are not handled by phone. Please visit our shelter to view and interact with the adoptable pets before making a final decision about adoption.

We are open 7 days a week:

Monday - Friday, 11am - 6pmSaturday, 10am - 5pmSunday, 11am - 4pm

Our Adoption Process...

All animals are adopted to qualified applicants on a first-come-first-serve basis. Adoption fees are $58 for adult dogs, $67 for puppies, and $54 for cats and kittens.

All adopted animals will be spayed/neutered, current on vaccinations, protected again fleas and ticks, microchipped, sent home with a free bag of Science Diet pet food, and much more!

The shelter has also partnered with local veterinarians to provide a free Health Care Certificate with every adoption. The certificate offers a free exam for your pet from your choice of partricipating veterinarians and has a value of up to $500 in savings.

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